Fortunately, the transmission of infections in the dental setting is rare. Unfortunately, transmissions have occurred and the consequences severe. To prevent such incidents, dental personnel should have a fundamental understanding of the principles of infection prevention and be familiar with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) document Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings - 2003.

However, clinicians may wonder: Why is this document so important? Are these guidelines considered “recommendations” or “regulations and law?" This document may be difficult to read and understand - is there a simplified version available? And, have there been any important updates since 2003? This CE webinar will address these questions and introduce a recent “Cliffs Notes” version of the CDC Guidelines - Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings: Basic Expectations for Safe Care.

After completing this course, the student will be able to:• Discuss the significance and major components of the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings -2003• Discuss the 2016 CDC Document: Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings: Basic Expectations for Safe Care• Discuss the elements of Standard Precautions as the foundation for preventing transmission of infectious agents during patient care• Identify relevant recommendations published by CDC since 2003 (
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